Palm Beach County ULDC Table 3.D.1.A limits residential lot coverage to 35 percent in RS districts, with maximum impervious surface of 50 percent to comply with stormwater rules. Coastal lots may face stricter limits.
Single-Family Residential (RS) districts cap building coverage (footprint) at 35 percent of lot area. Total impervious surface (buildings, driveways, walkways, pool decks) capped at 50 percent for stormwater management compliance with SFWMD rules. Lots over 50 percent impervious may require on-site retention. RT and RM multi-family zones permit 40-50 percent coverage. PUDs follow approved master plans. Wellfield protection zones may impose stricter impervious limits.
Exceeding coverage requires variance or removal. Stormwater non-compliance: SFWMD fine up to $10,000 plus mandated retention installation.
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